Improper Labeling and Storage of Insulin in Medication Cart
Penalty
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Summary
During an observation of a medication cart, Lispro insulin was found with an open date of 05/15/2025, and Lantus insulin was present without any open date. Staff Q, an LPN, confirmed that insulins are to remain in the cart for 28 days after opening, after which they are considered expired. The Director of Nursing Services acknowledged that the insulin storage did not meet facility expectations. These findings indicate that the facility failed to ensure proper labeling and storage of insulin as required.